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Thu, 01 Jun 2017 23:55:31 +0000http://www.knom.org/wp/?p=29620Recently, a series of inspirational messages — based on the incredible biographies of Western Alaskans — have graced KNOM’s airwaves. Thanks to you, our listeners have heard powerful stories of recovery: from addiction, despair, homelessness, isolation, and other problems endemic in the region.]]>

“After I came out of my alcoholic coma, when I got home, my family did not know I still had a half-gallon in my apartment… I was feeling sorry for myself, so I took the half-gallon and went to the kitchen to mix myself a drink, and I just said, ‘Lord, what am I doing?’ And to tell you the truth, I don’t remember dumping the drink and dumping the whole half-gallon into the sink. When I got to my senses, I was praying, and when I looked down, the half-gallon was in the trash. And from then on, I never drank. When things get very, very hard… I think of praying, and that’s a better way. I’ve been sober for 15 years. Temptation still does come around, but let me tell you: it’s a different life to be sober.”

These are the words of Rose, who is featured in a new series of spots on KNOM.

Hopeful stories of recovery — from addiction, despair, homelessness, isolation, and other problems endemic in rural Alaska — have always graced KNOM’s airwaves. Recently, they’ve been presented in a series of inspirational messages based on interviews with Alaskans sharing their incredible biographies.

Volunteer producer Lauren Frost is spearheading the project in conjunction with Norton Sound Health Corporation’s Cultural Committee, whose members have been sharing their stories. Says Lauren, “many have struggled with addiction in their past, and that’s why they feel so moved to join the committee and help other people recover, just like they did.”

They offer hope to listeners. They talk about the negative effects of drug use, the reasons they decided to get help, and the ways their lives have changed since quitting. Lauren’s goal is to interview everyone on the Cultural Committee in the next two months.

Fellow volunteer producer Karen Trop brought to the airwaves a similar story of hope through a feature on Anchorage resident Samuel Johns, who’s created a Facebook group called “Forget Me Not.” The social media page is intended to connect friends and family of homeless people to help them get off the streets and reunite with loved ones. The page offers a place for people to communicate, to recognize images of homeless people, to read their stories, and to offer help, like donating frequent flyer miles. The page gives people the “opportunity to get someone off the street,” Samuel explains to KNOM. “People like to be a part of something that makes a difference… That’s what really sparked it — people wanted to be a part of something bigger.”

Rural radio helps shine a light on stories that might not otherwise find expression. KNOM’s mission continues with hope — thanks, as always, to your help.

photo above: Nome’s Norton Sound Regional Hospital, whose Cultural Committee has inspired a new series of inspirational spots on KNOM.

We often see young people smoking or using tobacco in our communities – and maybe even in our own homes. Let’s start a conversation on how to stop youth tobacco use in the places we live.

At what age do you see youth beginning to smoke (or using other tobacco products)?

What are the consequences of starting at an early age?

What resources are available to prevent or quit smoking or tobacco use?

How are children influenced to smoke or use tobacco?

How can we offer a more positive influence?

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

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Fri, 04 May 2012 22:48:53 +0000http://www.knom.org/news/wp/?p=133Puzzle Project to find out why Alaska Native smoking rates are high and to find ways for more effective prevention; Nome School Board to vote for contract for new HS principal; Lemonade Day this Sunday; FAA seeks $650,000 in fines against Alaska Air and Horizon Air.
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